No-Bake Tahini Energy Bars

Tahini, oats, nuts, and berries join forces in a chewy, salty-sweet energy bar. These simple bars are made with wholesome ingredients and are naturally gluten free and vegan-friendly. Weekly game plan: make a batch of these fruit-and-nut-packed energy bars. Reach for one any time snack cravings strike. Repeat as often as necessary.

Simple as that!

These nutrient-dense bars have become my favorite snack to prepare. They cover all the bases of my snack requirements: chewy, crunchy, salty, sweet, and nutritious. And they do a fine job of keeping me away from the damn m&m case at work every afternoon.Tahini (aka liquid gold) is made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds. It’s smooth, nutty and rich, with a slightly bitter finish and an unctuous mouthfeel similar to almond butter.

It pairs beautifully with sticky-sweet dates and delightfully crunchy pistachios. A friend of mine that tried these bars actually compared their taste to boiled peanuts. Mind you, I live in Alabama now and boiled peanuts are a sacred entity. Compliment accepted!Customize these bars to your liking by subbing the pistachios and/or Goji berries for any nut or fruit you like! Pumpkin seeds, hazelnuts, dried cranberries, or cherries would also be lovely additions.

Whip up a batch in 10 minutes, freeze to harden, and store leftovers in the fridge so they’re ready at a moment’s notice. Whether it’s for a pre- or post-workout energy boost, breakfast on-the-go, or to satisfy that 3 o’clock snack craving, these bars are dynamite.If you make this recipe, be sure to tag #dishingouthealth so I can see your beautiful creations!